Education

died · New York · Senate May 21, 2026

S 3278: Provides for licensure of school psychology practitioners

Provides for the licensure of school psychology practitioners; authorizes the use of the title "licensed school psychology practitioner" to licensed or exempt individuals; defines practice of licensed school psychology practitioners; sets forth requirements for professional licensure (including educational attainment, experience, exam and fee); provides for issuance of limited permits under specified circumstances; identifies exempt persons; establishes mandatory continuing education requirements.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationEstablishes licensure standards for school psychologists, enhancing professional qualifications in educational settings per bill's focus on practice requirements and titles.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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in committee · New York · Senate May 20, 2026

S 4449: Relates to making a city school district in a city having a population of one million or more eligible for transitional aid for charter school payments

Relates to making a city school district in a city having a population of one million or more eligible for transitional aid for charter school payments.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates eligibility for transitional aid to cover charter school payments in large city districts, directly advancing school funding mechanisms for educational access and district support.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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in committee · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 8266: Relates to providing transportation after four o'clock

This bill amends education law to establish a funding formula for transportation aid to public school districts. It sets annual spending limits for transportation aid starting from the 2013-2014 school year, with specific dollar amounts that increase over time. The bill defines a "base amount" based on 2012-2013 transportation costs and requires school districts to maintain annual spending at least equal to that base year, including cost increases per student. After the 2025-2026 school year, funding limits adjust annually using a formula tied to the consumer price index. The bill directly affects school districts receiving transportation aid under this specific funding mechanism.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes funding formula for school transportation aid with annual spending limits, ensuring consistent budget allocation for education services.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationEstablishes transportation funding formula with annual increases, requiring districts to maintain base-year spending, advancing school access and operational support.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes mandatory annual transportation funding formula for school districts, requiring maintenance of base-year spending levels with cost increases per student.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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passed · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 8370: Relates to the responsibility for certain temporary-resident preschool children with disabilities

Clarifies the responsibility of school districts for certain temporary-resident preschool children with disabilities who are in foster care, are homeless or are in residential care.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationClarifies school district responsibilities for preschool children with disabilities in vulnerable care settings, ensuring educational access and support.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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passed · New York · Senate May 18, 2026

S 2126: Directs the commissioner to convene statewide and regional conventions to bring together underrepresented educators

Directs the commissioner to convene statewide and regional conventions to bring together underrepresented educators annually to discuss experiences, best practices, and afford for networking, mentorship opportunities, and support.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates annual conventions for underrepresented educators to discuss best practices, networking, and mentorship, directly supporting educator development and inclusion in education policy.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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passed · New York · Senate May 13, 2026

S 9418: Exempts school district providers of special services or programs for preschool students with disabilities from having to obtain program approval from the commissioner of education

Exempts school district providers of special services or programs for preschool students with disabilities from having to obtain program approval from the commissioner of education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill removes regulatory barriers for preschool disability services, expanding educational access and support for vulnerable students.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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passed · New York · Senate May 6, 2026

S 319: Relates to educational leave for eligible incarcerated individuals

Provides that for the purposes of educational leave, an eligible incarcerated individual shall include an incarcerated individual who is within two years of being an eligible incarcerated individual.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill expands educational leave eligibility for incarcerated individuals, promoting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism - key aspects of criminal justice reform in corrections.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands educational access for incarcerated individuals by extending eligibility for educational leave, aligning with 'educational access' under the topic description.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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in committee · New York · Senate May 5, 2026

S 16: Enacts Jacobe's Law

S 16, "Jacobe's Law," requires school staff to contact parents or guardians when bullying or harassment is confirmed involving a student. School counselors, principals, or other designated staff must first discuss with the student whether contacting parents would raise health, safety, or privacy concerns before making reasonable efforts to notify them via phone, email, or mail. The law also protects individuals who report bullying or harassment in good faith from retaliation or legal liability. This affects students involved in such incidents, their parents/guardians, and school staff responsible for handling reports.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates bullying reporting protocols and protects reporters from retaliation, enhancing student safety in schools.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Education

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passed · New York · Senate May 5, 2026

S 1636: Authorizes the city school district of the city of Salamanca to establish a reserve fund for federal impact aid in the event such aid is reduced

This bill authorizes Salamanca City School District to create a reserve fund (capped at $5 million) using existing district funds if federal impact aid decreases. The fund would stabilize school tax levies and maintain educational services if federal aid is reduced, directly affecting Salamanca students and taxpayers. Voter approval via a separate ballot question is required before establishing the fund, and withdrawals would be disclosed in annual budget reports. The bill specifies that funds would be drawn from unassigned balances or other existing reserves, not new taxes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesPrevents tax increases by stabilizing school levies using existing funds if federal aid drops, aligning with fiscal responsibility.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAuthorizes reserve fund to maintain educational services if federal aid decreases, protecting current funding stability for Salamanca schools.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 31, 2026

S 7826: Directs school districts to establish parent advisory councils on special education

Directs school districts to establish parent advisory councils on special education to advise on matters that pertain to the education and safety of students with disabilities, and meet regularly with school officials to participate in the planning, development, and evaluation of the school district's special education programs.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates parent advisory councils to advise on special education program planning/evaluation, strengthening program development for students with disabilities.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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